PurpleCast #67 - Rue-D

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PurpleCast #61 - Tyler Moore

PurpleCast #60 - Eddie Martinez

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PurpleCast #58 – DJ Joe GauthreauxDJ Joe Gauthreaux's live recording from Purple Party 2022

Liza Rodriguez is a social communicator born in Brazil and has been practicing a professional career DJing since 2013. She has been operating for nine years in the LGBTQI+ electronic market, among the 100 best DJs in her country! Despite the unusual time commanding the pickups, today, Liza Rodriguez is one of the Brazilian DJs who has gained the most prominence abroad and has worked with some important houses and brands worldwide. Liza is a strong representative of the women's scene, even facing cancer in 2018, in which she is now in total remission, her musical trajectory has been increasingly growing, performing at the largest festivals in her niche. The circuit, progressive and tribal musical styles make up her repertoire, among authorial productions, and with successful partnerships can be accompanied in their shows.

PurpleCast #56 – DJ Leo Blanco Official DJ for PPW23 / IGNITE / Friday, May 5 / Dallas, TX [View Event Details]BIO: Leo Blanco is nowadays considered one of the best and more active producers on the international GLBT and Spanish music scene.Commuting between Madrid and Ibiza gave him the musical style and knowledge which suits perfect for any main room events, massive outdoor festivals or intimate underground clubs, delighting any kind of clubbing audience.This multi-talented Dj, producer, label owner, and entertainer has been taking the industry by storm, thanks in part to his world-renowned tracks La Mañana´, Over You feat Nalaya´, I Love Ibiza, or Caminando´ among others fronting several of the best summer compilations for the past years, part to his open-minded charisma and part of his fine musical taste for any parties around the world where he is requested.

DJ Joe Ross @ SCORE | 3rd Quarter 2019 Subscribe To PurpleCast: iTunes  Google Play Music  RSS Feed DJ Joe Ross (Houston) djjoeross.com DJ Joe RossAs one of the most sought after DJs in Houston, Native Houstonian, DJ Joe Ross, has been working the club scene since 2003, where his first gig was at the ever popular nightclub Guava Lamp. Since, he has spun at some of the hottest clubs/parties from Houston to Dallas to Florida to Vienna, Austria and also at the famous club the Abbey in Los Angeles. His preferred styles of mixes are electro, vocal house, progressive house, tech-house, and top 40 pop remixes. Joe has received Outsmart Magazine’s Award for Best Male DJ 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & About Magazine Best DJ 2013. He currently resides at the two Largest Gay clubs in Houston (South Beach & F Bar).

DJ Deanne @ The Purple Party 2019 Subscribe To PurpleCast: iTunes  Google Play Music  RSS Feed DJ Deanne (Miami) djdeanne.com DJ Deanne After over a decade of pleasing enthusiastic clubbers, Deanne is more passionate than ever about bringing the party to life and her music to the masses. With influences such as Peter Rauhofer, Ralphi Rosario, Robbie Rivera, Mark Knight, Erick Morillo and Chus & Ceballos, Deanne’s style is defined by the spirit and energy of house music. Her continual evolution of sound provides infectious rhythms to intimate, sexy spaces or big, booming rooms and expansive stages through her signature combinations of big beats, strong synths, dramatic arrangements and a soulful sprinkling of vocals. Tribal, Tech, and Progressive house beats and rhythms are combined to take her listeners on a unique journey that is marked with emotion, sensuality, undeniable energy, and a palpable “dance floor drama”. Hailing from Indianapolis, her style and sound set her apart and took her to the top where she commanded the Indy scene for over 10 years. Long-running residencies on internet stations like EnergyRadio.FM, FusionChicago, PartyRadioUSA, WeDanceAs1, GayInternetRadioLive (G.I.R.L.) and FGRadioUSA created a global audience. Looking to expand her audience stateside, Deanne relocated to South Florida in late 2013 and has since landed major appearances at One Magical Weekend ’16, Winter Party Festival ’15 & ‘16, Peach Party ’16, Pinesfest (Fire Island), Miami Beach Gay Pride ’14 & ‘15, Gay Days ‘15, White Party Week Miami ’14 & ’15 and Joining Hearts 28 (Atlanta). A Billboard reporting DJ and blossoming music producer, Deanne has also appeared at The EndUp, Hydrate, Manhole, Jungle, Xion, Heretic, The Cuff, Space, Score, Mekka, Heart Nightclub, Mova, Progress Bar, The Manor, and Liquid to name a few . Having played alongside Twisted Dee, DJ Grind, Mike Cruz, Marco Da Silva, Brett Henrichsen, and DJ Aron, to name a few, Deanne has earned the respect of her peers and has been regarded as a rising star and one to watch.

DJ Nina Flowers infectious understanding of how to bring music alive on the dance floor and powerfully engaging connection to audiences as a drag performer, he continues to amaze audiences world wide. Live from IGNITE | Friday Night 2019.

When these two queens get together, the energy is through the roof. Live from THE PURPLE PARTY | Main Event 2019.

Serving you that NYC Big Room Circuit Sound, Joe Pacheco will take you on a euphoric journey reminiscent of the Concrete Jungle he grew up in. Live from SCORE | 1st Quarter 2019.

DJ GSP has the amazing ability to adapt his sound to the crowd, keeping everybody moving. Live from SPIN | Fall Edition 2018.

DJ Ben Baker @ SHINE | Pool Party 2018 Subscribe To PurpleCast: iTunes  Google Play Music  RSS Feed DJ Ben Baker (NYC) djbenbaker.com DJ Ben BakerNYC-based Ben Baker’s fresh take on house music has made him one of the most sought-after DJs in North America. Whether he is playing classic vocal tracks at the beach, tech and tribal house at the main event, or deep and dark beats at after-hours, Baker thrills partygoers and keeps them coming back for more. PAPA World Tour's resident NYC DJ, Baker has performed alongside international stars such as Isaac Escalante, Tomer Maizner, Oscar G., Micky Friedmann, Ana Paula, Paulo Pacheco, and Hector Fonseca. In the past year Baker has worked the crowds at Arena Festival (Playa del Carmen), Papa World Tour (NYC Resident DJ), Circuit Breaker @ Babel (Guadalajara), Rage (Mexico City), Heretic (Atlanta), Xion (Atlanta), XL (NYC), EGO (Providence), Erotika (Toronto), Prism World Pride (Toronto), Griffin Sundays (NYC), and Irving Plaza (NYC) Ben Baker is the new face on the East Coast music scene, and he has acquired the credibility that experienced crowds demand.

DJ Dan Slater @ SPECTRUM | Dallas Pride Tea Dance 2018 Subscribe To PurpleCast: iTunes  Google Play Music  RSS Feed DJ Dan Slater (Australia) soundcloud.com/danielsl8r DJ Dan SlaterDan Slater is an Australian DJ and Producer based in the United States. After years in the club scene as one of the most in demand dancers and show producers, Dan’s love of music eventually lured him onto the decks – and this new chapter has gained him the attention of promoters and clubbers around the world. He has been bringing his upbeat, chunky house sound to dance floors across the globe, and his talent for sculpting the energy of a party is in a league of its own. He draws from the progressive sounds of the European club scene, as well as the Latino fire of South America as he moves seamlessly between house, circuit, tech and deep house. He kicked off his DJ career as winner of the Sydney Mardi Gras DJ Spin-Off Competition. Since then he has gone onto sets and residencies at some of the biggest parties around the world including; Winter Party Festival (Miami), White Party Palm Springs, Matinee USA, XLSIOR Mykonos, WE Party (Madrid), White Party Week (Miami), Brüt (London), The Zoo Party (San Diego), Heaven (London), Hydrate (Chicago), Munich Pride, Taurus (Santiago), Nightingale (Los Angeles), FFF (Tel Aviv), The Week (São Paulo & Rio de Janeiro), Prism Festival (Toronto), Jubileo (Mexico City), BORDELLO (Lausanne), Joining Hearts (Atlanta), San Francisco Pride, ANGEL (Shanghai), PAPA Party, Stereosonic, Sydney Mardi Gras – the list goes on… Dan’s foray into the studio for production has seen him produce remixes for Cher, Alfie Arcuri, Carmen Elektra, Nat Conway, Britney Spears, Paulini, Ultra Nate and Marcia Hines. His first release, ‘Minute Of You’ saw him collaborate with JimJam, and featured soul diva Nalaya. Dan’s next releases ‘Sold My Soul’ and ‘Respectable’ are with Australian singer-songwriter, Zoë Badwi.

Willpower (DJs Philip Webb and Benson Wilder) @ SPIN | Summer Edition 2018 Subscribe To PurpleCast: iTunes  Google Play Music  RSS Feed DJ Philip Webb (Dallas) djphilipwebb.com DJ Philip Webb Beginning his DJ career just three years ago DJ Philip Webb has undoubtedly become a local star in his own right with his popular podcast, Vocal Energy, taking on a life of its own with fans across the country. Philip Webb has played several events for Purple Party in addition to rocking the floors of S4, Marty’s Live, and The Dallas Eagle. His uplifting sound and diverse musicality connects his crowds and keeps them dancing, never wanting to stop.DJ Benson Wilder (Dallas) facebook.com/BensonWilder DJ Benson WilderDJ Benson Wilder is no stranger to the dance floor or the DJ booth. Currently Resident DJ at the Dallas Eagle, Benson Wilder was recently named “Best Club DJ In Dallas” by the Dallas Voice readership. Benson is also half of the DJ duo Wilpower, a project he shares with DJ Philip Webb. His DJ career began in 2000 when he started distributing "podcasts" through online DJ communities. Later he became resident at Rain on 4th in Austin, TX. In his career, Benson Wilder has played events for Purple Foundation’s Pride and Purple Party Weekends, Splash Days, Furball, Honeypot, Bear Dance and others. His eclectic, energetic sound blends the worlds of tribal, circuit and house music, delivering pulsating rhythms, soaring melodic vocals, and a special sound designed to inspire and electrify his audience.

DJ James Anthony @ SCORE | 3rd Quarter 2018 Subscribe To PurpleCast: iTunes  Google Play Music  RSS Feed DJ James Anthony (NYC) www.facebook.com/fansofdjjamesanthony DJ James AnthonyJames Anthony is a dynamic DJ/remixer/producer whose love for DJ’ing and dance music culture goes back as far as his memory allows. James got his first big break working in radio at the legendary dance station WKTU in New York City. Within weeks of being hired, at the young age of 21, he quickly became the youngest mixshow DJ on New York radio. Praised by clubgoes, promoters, club managers and his music industry peers, James has shown a tremendous amount of versatility in the DJ booth. From soaring vocal house sets, to tribal afterhours, to poolside classic tea dances, James has maintained a reputation as a dance music jack-of-all-trades to his followers around the globe. Much like his live sets, James’ remixes have been hailed as peak hour staples- producing tracks for some of dance music’s most legendary vocalists and producers, such as Deborah Cox, Betty Who, Tony Moran, Kathy Brown, Kimberly Davis, Franklin Fuentes, Terri B, Peppermint, La India and many more. His popular “Circuit Workout” podcast is enjoyed by fans around the globe.

Whether you are expecting big vocals, house rhythms, progressive-tech beats, or tribal drums, Joe Gauthreaux will have you experiencing a musical journey you won’t ever forget. Live from GLOW | Closing Party 2018.

If you’ve ever heard DJ Shane Stiel spin, you’re immediately convinced this guy was born to DJ. Live from SCORE | Pride Edition 2017.

DJ Nando's sound has evolved into a mix of house, tech house, tribal and throwbacks blended together with his native percussive Latin beats creating a unique musical sound and style you will soon not forget. Live from SCORE | 1st Quarter 2018.

DJ Philip Webb's uplifting sound and diverse musicality connects his crowds and keeps them dancing, never wanting to stop. Live from SPECTRUM | Tea Dance 2017.

Through a new focus on music production and remixing she is taking her meticulous standards and craft well into the future. Live from SPECTRUM | Tea Dance 2017.

Alex's love of house, tribal and circuit music is what drives him to pursue his career in music and produce his own unique style. Live from SCORE | 3rd Quarter 2017.

Guy is known for his high-energy sound that combines house, progressive, tribal and tech house with strong melodies and memorable vocals. Live from GLOW | Closing Party 2017.

Ivan's mixture of various house genres that include Tribal, Progressive, Tech House and Underground, tinged with uplifting Vocals from time to time, become an absolute treat every time he plays. Live from THE PURPLE PARTY | Main Event 2017.

DJ Alyson Calagna’s dancefloor is where faith and fable; gods and goddesses; and discovery and desire meet in a new truthology of sound. Live from GLOW | Closing Party 2017

Based in Barcelona (Spain) and Milan (Italy) - Dani Toro is an artist that doesn’t fall under any labels, his music style is unique. Live from SPIN | Spring Edition 2017.

Corey David is an American based DJ with holds a residency at the coveted after-hours hotspot, Xion in Atlanta. The post PurpleCast Ep. 30 – DJ Corey David (Live) appeared first on Purple Foundation, Inc..

NYC-based Ben Baker’s fresh take on house music has made him one of the most sought-after DJs in North America. Live from SCORE | 2nd Quarter 2016.

A Dallas favorite, DJ Mike James never disappoints with his unique blend of energetic and eclectic beats . Live from IGNITE | Opening Party 2016.

DJ Seth Breezy is a young, talent, ready to explode. His fresh sound of new, mind-blowing music is sure to make you move for many years to come. Live from GLOW | Closing Party 2016.

Through a new focus on music production and remixing she is taking her meticulous standards and craft well into the future. Live from SPIN | Winter Edition 2016.

DJ Seth Breezy is a young, talent, ready to explode. His fresh sound of new, mind-blowing music is sure to make you move for many years to come. Live from SCORE | 4th Quarter 2015.

DJ Justin Ryan always delivers the highest energy level in all performances with a unique set adjusting to the atmosphere. Live from SCORE | Dallas Pride Edition 2015.

From Dallas, DJ Benson Wilder's eclectic, energetic sound blends the worlds of circuit, club and house music, delivering pulsating rhythms, soaring melodic vocals, and flat out dirty beats designed to inspire and electrify his audience. Live from SHINE | The Dallas Pride Pool Party 2015.

From his humble beginnings in Austin, Roland has been called to play for several top events across the US. As a Purple favorite, he always has a way of making us sparkle and move. Live from SPECTRUM | The Dallas Pride Tea Dance 2015.

Thriving on fun uplifting vocals with tribal beats and drum, DJ Prince P has quickly gained popularity for his energy and his ability to create a mood and atmosphere that lifts his listeners up and makes them feel good.

Ivan's mixture of various house genres that include Tribal, Progressive, Tech House and Underground, tinged with uplifting vocals from time to time, become an absolute treat every time he plays.

International DJ/Producer, Serving Ovahness, is one of the newest and fastest growing names in today's DJ club scene. Live from SPIN | Summer Edition 2015.

DJ Alyson Calagna’s dancefloor is where faith and fable; gods and goddesses; and discovery and desire meet in a new truthology of sound. Live from THE PURPLE PARTY | Main Event 2015.

From Dallas, DJ Benson Wilder's eclectic, energetic sound blends the worlds of circuit, club and house music, delivering pulsating rhythms, soaring melodic vocals, and flat out dirty beats designed to inspire and electrify his audience. Live from SCORE | 1st Quarter 2015.

Thriving on fun uplifting vocals with tribal beats and drum, DJ Prince P has quickly gained popularity for his energy and his ability to create a mood and atmosphere that lifts his listeners up and makes them feel good. Live from SPECTRUM | Pride Tea Dance 2014.

As one of the most sought after DJs in Houston, Native Houstonian, DJ Joe Ross, has been working the club scene since 2003. Live from SCORE | 4th Quarter 2014.

Born and raised in NYC, Eddie Martinez’s passion to make his listeners dance, no matter where they are, drives his determination to be one of the top DJ/Producers around. Live from SPIN | Fall Edition 2014.